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Rishi Relief

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This sandstone carving (12th c.) from Angkor Wat depicts a rishi, or sage, central to Hindu tradition. Rishis embody wisdom and ascetic discipline, credited with composing the Vedas and guiding humanity through divine knowledge. The refined lines of the beard, crown, and ornaments reveal Khmer artistry’s fusion of spiritual symbolism and courtly elegance. Such imagery affirmed Angkor’s role as both sacred and imperial.
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